Robert “Bob” Joseph Vales

Robert “Bob” Joseph Vales 82, passed away on January 7, 2019 surrounded by loved ones in Glendale, AZ. Born in Dayton, OH. to Joseph Vales and Marcella Adams.

Bob is a graduate of the Seminary of Our Lady Queen of the Angels and received his MA & BA from ASU. Mr. Vales was a Youth minister, athletic coach, advisor, and advocate for blood donation. Bob’s passion was teaching, 4 years at OLPH and 29 years at Bourgade Catholic HS, and he surely influenced many students and touched many families in the Valley of the Sun. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Ethel, and daughters, Susan Schwartz (Jon) and Janet Malefors as well as his 11 grandchildren, his brother Jim Vales (Michelle), sister Joanne Owens (Jim) and sister–in-law Pattie Vales plus many nieces & nephews. Robert was predeceased by his Brothers Richard, Jack and Joe Vales.

Funeral will be held Wednesday, January 16 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Glendale, AZ at 10AM. Rosary said at 9:30 AM.

In lieu of flowers please consider donating to the Bob Vales Memorial Fund benefiting Catholic Education. For information on the reception and the memorial fund please contact Mr.Vales@yahoo.com

Dear Ethel and family. I just received word this evening that Bob had passed away. He was an impressive man and a great teacher. I was privileged to be a fellow teacher and principal during some of Bob’s many years on the faculty of Bourgade. The write-up in the paper says that he influenced many students during his time as a teacher. In fact, he had a great impact on the lives of many young people as well as his colleagues. A good, humble and caring man!
Be assured of my prayers for all of you as you suffer his loss and turn these diffficult days into grateful and happy memories of his presence in your lifes. God bless! Fr. Don Fetters, C.S.C.

Mr. Vales was a very well respected teacher. I loved being in his class. Many, many of my classmates would put him at the very top if best, professional teachers we had. I also had him coach me in freshman and junior varsity sports and he was always respected in that capacity as well. I’m so glad I saw him a few years ago and was able to thank him and give him the kudos he so deserved.

I was very fortunate to have Mr. Vales teach me at both Our Lady and than at Bourgade. He was a gifted teacher who positively influenced my life. I am grateful to him for his life long lessons he has given me.
I regret that I am unable to attend the celebration of his life. My hope is that his family and friends find solace in Happy memories of his life.
Blessings to his family and friends
Christine McMillan

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